O.C. Bargainista: Take a kayak for a spin

October 21, 2010|By Candice Baker

The next Southwind kayak demo morning will be from 8:30 a.m. to noon Oct. 30 at the company's rental base under the East Coast Highway bridge off Bayside Drive, just northeast of East Coast Highway in Newport Beach. The popular "try-before-you-buy" events pair families with lots of boats and paddles on the Back Bay, for a free chance to learn more about the sport and available equipment. No reservations or prior experience are necessary; for more information, call (949) 261-0200 or visit southwindkayaks.com.

Monday is World Pasta Day, and Buca di Beppo is celebrating with its annual free spaghetti promotion. Dine-in customers who buy a small or large pasta or entrée will receive a free order of spaghetti with choice of marinara or meat sauce, as well as a 1-pound take-home package of Rummo pasta. Area stores include Anaheim, Irvine and Huntington Beach. Visit bucadibeppo.com.

Stock up for winter

As a reminder, the Fall OC Kids Consignment Sale will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at 1544 E. Warner Ave., Santa Ana. Save up to 70% on both new and gently worn clothing, toys, accessories, furniture and more. Visit ockidsconsignment.com.

Get Inked — clothing

For those who love the urban lifestyle and skateboarding looks, the Index Ink Warehouse Sale will be from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday at 23151 Alcalde Drive, Laguna Hills; savings will be up to 60% on apparel like shirts, denim and accessories. Visit inktheworld.com.

Bring high-end hotels to you

National Hotel Liquidators, 1947 S. Main St., Santa Ana, has received a new supply of former luxury hotel furnishings, including TV armoires, sofas and dining sets. The store is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday. Call (714) 635-5339.